Brazilian Portuguese For Foreigners

Learn Brazilian Portuguese for Foreigners in Rio with expert teachers. Flexible courses starting at R$23/hr.

Brazilian Portuguese For Foreigners

Brazilian Portuguese Courses Overview

Here is an overview of all the Brazilian Portuguese courses for foreigners we offer at Caminhos Language Centre in Brazil:

Group Courses

Intensive Portuguese Course – 20 hours | Most Popular

Brazilian Portuguese Group Classes
5 days per week, Monday to Friday, 9am – 1pm (4 hours per day)
All levels – A1.I (Beginner) to C (High Advanced)

Caminhos uses the communicative approach, which covers all aspects of language skills such as reading, writing, speaking, and listening.

Latin Speakers Course – 20 hours

Brazilian Portuguese group classes for Native Latin speakers.
5 days per week, Monday to Friday, 9am – 1pm (4 hours per day).
Special beginner group course for students with advanced level Spanish or Italian.

Combo 25 – 20 hours of group + 5 hours of private classes

Brazilian Portuguese Group Classes.
5 days per week, Monday to Friday, 9am – 1pm (4 hours per day).
All levels – A1.I (Beginner) to C (High Advanced).
+ 5 hours of One-on-One (private classes) per week.

Class scheduling is flexible.

Caminhos Talk – Conversation Course – 7,5 hours

Brazilian Portuguese Conversational classes
3 days per week, Monday, Tuesday & Thursday, 2pm to 4:30pm (2:30 hours per day)
Small group
2 levels – T1 and T2

Our Conversation Classes are fun, dynamic, and in an informal setting which encourages student interaction.

Private Classes

One-on-One Portuguese Classes – Private Lessons

Private Classes tailored to your individual needs.

Class scheduling is flexible; you can choose the date, time, location, and number of hours.

Celpe-Bras

Private Classes focused on Celpe Bras Exam preparation.

Class scheduling is flexible; you can choose the date, time, location, and number of hours.

Rio Immersion

Lunch and transport included.
5 hours a day.
Exciting and dynamic Portuguese classes onsite or outside, exploring the city of Rio de Janeiro.

Class scheduling is flexible; you can choose the date, time, location, and destination.

Immersion Weekend

Lunch and transport included.

A weekend of Private Classes and cultural activities at a destination in Rio de Janeiro, where you will have a total Brazilian immersion experience.

Online Courses

Regular Group Course

Tue – Thu | 15:30 – 17:30 (Rio time)
5-week Program
All levels – A1.I (Beginner) to C (Advanced)
Max. 6 students

Our Online Group Portuguese Course follows the same teaching method and learning program as our in-person intensive classes. You will practice speaking, reading, writing, and listening, just like in a real classroom. With native Brazilian teachers.

Conversation Course

Wed, 15:30–17:00 (Rio time)
Start anytime | Flexible duration
Levels: Elementary–Advanced
Max. 4 participants

Our Online Portuguese Conversation Course is designed to help you learn to speak Portuguese fluently and confidently. You will focus on real-life conversations, pronunciation, and listening comprehension, just like in a real classroom, but from the comfort of your home. Native Brazilian teachers teach all classes.

Private Course

Daily, 08:00–21:00 (Rio time)
Flexible – Learn at your own pace
Personalized lessons
One-on-one with an expert teacher

Now you can join the Private Online Portuguese Course at Caminhos and start learning Brazilian Portuguese from the comfort of your home or workplace. With just a stable internet connection and a webcam, you’ll enter our virtual classroom, guided by a qualified Brazilian teacher.

Academic & Corporate Programs

Bildungsurlaub Program

A combination of Portuguese Intensive Classes and One-on-One Private Classes.

30 to 40 hours per week to satisfy the total requirements for Bildungsurlaub in your selected state.

Flas, Fellowships & Scholarships

A combination of Portuguese Intensive Classes and One-on-One Private Classes, 120 – 140-hour programs to satisfy the requirements of your University.

In-Company

Private Classes for executives tailored to individual needs in the company.

Class scheduling is flexible; you can choose the date, time, location, and number of hours.

Executive Immersion

A weekend of Private Classes and cultural activities at a destination in Rio de Janeiro designed for executives needing to learn Portuguese fast.

Special Courses & Activities

Survival Portuguese Course

Portuguese survival course of 4 hours, which helps you with the basics of Brazilian Portuguese. “Caminhos Survival Kit” included.

Portuguese & Samba, Capoeira or Surf

Brazilian Portuguese group classes:

5 days per week;

Monday to Friday: 9 am – 1 pm (4 hours per day);

12 levels – A1.I (Beginner) to C (High Advanced);

+ 3 Private Samba, Capoeira, or Surf Classes a week.

Flight Attendant Course

Private Classes and material specifically created for flight attendants.

Class scheduling is flexible. You can choose the date, time, location, and number of hours.

For all our Brazilian Portuguese for Foreigners courses:

What’s included

Caminhos workbooks
100% free activities five days a week
Caminhos student card for discounts in Rio de Janeiro
Certificate confirming your attained level
Your fee supports Mais Caminhos, our on-site social programme
Free WiFi, coffee and filtered water
Invitations for Caminhos events
Friendly team

Caminhos’ Location

Still not sure which Brazilian Portuguese course to pick?

If you are looking for a high-quality, competitively priced Portuguese Group course, our “Caminhos Intensive” course is the best option. It is also the right choice if you are looking for a dynamic setting and enjoy meeting people from across the globe.
If you are looking to improve your Portuguese conversational skills, we recommend our “Caminhos Talk” group course. Caminhos talk can also be complementary for an intensive group course.
If you are looking for Portuguese courses in Brazil adjusted to meet your personal needs, schedule, and/or location, we recommend you take our “Caminhos Private Classes“. Some people who struggle with the pace in the intensive group courses take complementary Portuguese private lessons.
For those who don’t want to miss a minute of the ‘Cidade Maravilhosa’ (‘Marvellous City’) and would prefer to learn Portuguese outside of a traditional classroom setting, the “Portuguese Immersion Program” is the Brazilian Portuguese course for you. Our teacher-guide will show you around the city while teaching you Brazilian Portuguese.
For those who are coming to Rio de Janeiro in a group, we offer special group packages that can be designed entirely to suit your group’s needs.
We also offer several accommodation options, including ‘homestay‘, a popular option which enables you to stay with a local Brazilian family. And for your peace of mind, Vanessa, our driver, can pick you up from the airport and take you directly to your accommodation.

Free after-school activities

Make friends, enjoy great moments, and explore the best of Rio de Janeiro with fun social activities after your Portuguese lessons.

Brazilian Portuguese For Foreigners

Caminhos’ Course Levels:

Brazilian Portuguese For Foreigners

LEVEL TEST AND QUESTIONNAIRE

At Caminhos, we want to make sure you start your course at the right level.
Take your Online Level Test here if you already speak some Portuguese and would like to join a group course.
Joining private classes? Please fill out our Questionnaire here so we can tailor your lessons to your goals and experience.
Are you a native speaker of a Latin language (such as Spanish or Italian)? Let us know – we have a special learning path designed for you.
Complete beginner (A1.1 or L). You don’t need to take a test.

WHEN CAN I START?

You can start your course at Caminhos on any Monday of the year.
However, we highly recommend beginning during one of the new sublevel cycles to get the most out of your group experience. Check our calendar to see when the next new sublevel begins. Click here to learn more.
Each sublevel in our Group Courses runs for 2 weeks, and every two weeks, we start fresh from the beginning of each sublevel.
Complete beginner? You should always start at the beginning of sublevel A1.1 or L. If you’re joining in the second week of a sublevel, we strongly recommend booking 5 hours of (online)private lessons beforehand to catch up on the missed content
For private lessons, you can schedule your first class right after payment – fully flexible and adapted to your schedule.

CURRICULUM

You can download Caminhos Curriculum here.

If you are still unsure which Brazilian Portuguese course is right for you, feel free to contact us for more information.